Clay vs Julien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clay

Boy #544 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clay settlement, clay worker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#544
Total SSA Count
545
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clay Rank #544
Julien Rank #702

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #702 for Julien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Julien more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Julien at #702 in the United States.

What do Clay and Julien mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Julien means "youthful, downy-bearded" (Latin origin).

Are Clay and Julien boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Julien is primarily a boy name.

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